1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 1990 Rover Metro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover Metro (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 185 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 117 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Cortina | Metro |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 36 L |
